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Tillandsia ehlersiana

Also Known As

  • Air Plant

Plant type

gift, bromeliad

size

  • H: 8"-18"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

Tillandsia ehlersiana plant details

Tillandsia ehlersiana is an evergreen bromeliad or gift with blue and green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tillandsia ehlersiana

Plant type: bromeliad or gift
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, epiphyte, houseplant, monocarpic, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tillandsia ehlersiana

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dusty gray foliage. Pink blooms.

Gardening facts about Tillandsia ehlersiana plant

How to Grow Tillandsia ehlersiana

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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